Mentoring and Coaching in Early Childhood Education

Name: Mentoring and Coaching in Early Childhood Education
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SKU: 9781350100725
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Mentoring and Coaching in Early Childhood Education introduces the theory and practice of mentoring, coaching, and supervision within early childhood education and care. Drawing on expertise from scholars across the UK, Ireland, South Africa, Australia, and the USA, it presents annotated case studies addressing global issues. Organised around four key principles—embedding one-to-one support, maximising professional development, fostering reflective leadership, and managing change—the book also covers topics such as distinctions between mentoring and coaching, leadership, safeguarding, and child protection. Each chapter concludes with key points and discussion questions.
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This book is suitable for early childhood educators, leaders, mentors, coaches, and those involved in professional development within early years settings globally.

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This book provides an introduction to the theory and practice of mentoring, coaching and supervision in the context of early childhood education and care. Written by a team of scholars from the UK, Ireland, South Africa, Australia and the USA, the book includes a range of annotated case studies to exemplify important issues from around the world.

The chapters are organised around four key principles:

Embedding professional one-to-one support within the setting
Maximising performance and professional development
Self and collaborative reflection for leadership
Managing and leading change

Topics covered include discussion of the differences and similarities between mentoring, coaching and supervision; management and leadership in early childhood settings; safeguarding and child protection. Alongside the annotated case studies, each chapter also includes a summary of key points and questions for further discussion.

In Mentoring and Coaching in Early Childhood Education, the reader will find insightful perspectives that are invaluable for both personal and professional growth within the field.

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Praised for its invaluable insights, the book explores the theoretical foundations of mentoring and coaching alongside practical, international case studies. Described as an excellent resource for early childhood education, reviewers highlight its role in supporting ongoing professional development in a complex field. It is noted for addressing the need to maintain a professional outlook and joy in the workplace through coaching and mentoring.

Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781350100725

Publisher: Bloomsbury Publishing PLC

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 23 January 2020

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: Bloomsbury Academic

Contributors:

Edited by Rosie Walker
Edited by Michael Gasper

Audience: Tertiary education

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 12.0mm

Width: 154.0mm

Height: 232.0mm

Weight: 360g

Pages: 232

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Education & Reference Non-Fiction

About the Author

Michael Gasper is a self-employed Early Years consultant and an associate lecturer at Birmingham City University, UK.
Rosie Walker is a Senior Lecturer within the Department for Children and Families, School of Education at University of Worcester, UK.